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Elections & Democracy
In-depth with the issues and candidates
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Protests, Rallies Planned for November 3
By Josh Wilson, October 29, 2004
Regardless of whether John Kerry or George Bush wins the election this coming Tuesday, there will be protests in cities across America on November 3.
U.S. Presidency Shapes War Crimes Tribunal
By Jennifer Hamm, October 28, 2004
Budget struggles and legal questions mean the world's first permanent war-crimes tribunal faces a trial of its own.
Arts Forum SF: Supervisor Candidate Survey
By Arts Forum San Francisco, October 26, 2004
Check back for updates as candidates for the San Francisco Board of Supervisors return survey questions on arts policies.
A Very American Voter Education
By Shipra Shukla, October 25, 2004
Fresh from their naturalization ceremonies, newly minted U.S. citizens face a barrage of partisan political recruiting that advocates say does a disservice to democracy.
A Grassroots Battle over Biotech Farming
By Robert J. Mullins, October 12, 2004
Having failed at the federal level, activists use ballot initiatives to block genetically modified agriculture one county at a time.
U.S. Military Feels a Limit to its Reach
By Mischa Gaus, October 4, 2004
As Democrats and Republicans alike commit to remaining engaged in Afghanistan, Iraq and beyond, the Pentagon struggles fill the ranks of an all-volunteer Army.
The Search for Swing Votes Goes Overseas
By Jennifer Hamm, September 27, 2004
The lessons of Florida's election-tipping absentee ballots in 2000 are not lost on Democrats and Republicans, who are pursuing the overseas voters with unprecedented zeal.
A Stem Cell Controversy Comes to California
Ballot initiative would give research $3 billion
By Sheila Riley/Newsdesk.org, September 21, 2004
Advocates say Prop. 71 could save lives and earn big. Critics say there's an all-too-human cost.
If Friendsters Were Voters
Democrats dream of an online gold mine
By Laila Weir, September 14, 2004
The Democrats are targeting popular social-networking services as the next online beachhead in this year's hard-fought presidential campaign.
Election Reform Takes a Step in San Francisco
By Elizabeth Ahlin, September 7, 2004
"Instant runoff" voting debuts this November in San Francisco, and could transform American politics.
Rounding up the Youth Vote
By Rania Tikoo, August 16, 2004
An upsurge in interest by young voters has sparked a flurry of partisan activity hoping to tap into a groundswell.
Activist Churches Question Speech Limits
By Julia Scott, May 26, 2004
The battle for the religious vote pits free speech against nonprofit tax law and campaign finance reform.
Media Credibility & Elections
Ongoing coverage throughout 2004
Newsdesk.org partners with the Associated Press Managing Editors to bring your voice to the table.
Democrat vs. Green in San Francisco
Exclusive Matt Gonzalez and Gavin Newsom interviews
Interview by Josh Wilson
Photography by Gabriella Marks
December 1, 2003
Go in-depth on the issues and learn about the ideological divisions that defined the Democrat's razor-thin victory.
San Francisco Mayoral Candidates Arts Forum
by Arts Forum San Francisco
September 29, 2003
Read candidate statements and listen to exclusive audio archives of this comprehensive Q&A on civic arts policy.
